Fuel Entrepreneurship PursuitsDate: Nov. 1 – Nov. 30th, 2018
Help fund student travel to competitions and conferences. Students need to travel in order to Fuel Entrepreneurship Pursuits from idea to implementation; however, many young entrepreneurs cannot afford to do so without the help of special grants for travel. Among the students who will receive travel reimbursement funds are eLab students who travel to Silicon Valley, and student delegates to the Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) conference who have committed to taking action on social entrepreneurship projects.Donate Here

SummerHardwareAcceleratorLocation: Rev: Ithaca Startup Works (downtown Ithaca incubator, 314 East State Street)Time: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
Turn your product idea into a business this summer in Rev’s 11-week accelerator. Come away with a working prototype, new networking connections, and entrepreneurship knowledge to grow a company. In its fourth year, the program offers participants weekly workshops, access to state-of-the-art tools in its Prototyping Lab, and a grand finale “Demo Day.” The program is free and open to participants of all ages and backgrounds. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis and participants receive a prototyping stipend.Apply Here

Entrepreneurs in Residence Office HoursLocation: The Hotel School, Statler HallUpcoming Entrepreneurs: Ellen Yui – November 29th
Every academic year, the Pillsbury Institute invites successful entrepreneurs to the Ithaca campus through the Entrepreneurs in Residence program. The program enables students to learn through ongoing personal interaction with successful entrepreneurs. The Entrepreneurs in Residence meet one-on-one with students to help them with business development, networking, and career planning. More information here.Open To: All StudentsSign Up Here

Fuel Entrepreneurship PursuitsDate: Nov. 1 – Nov. 30th, 2018
Help fund student travel to competitions and conferences. Students need to travel in order to Fuel Entrepreneurship Pursuits from idea to implementation; however, many young entrepreneurs cannot afford to do so without the help of special grants for travel. Among the students who will receive travel reimbursement funds are eLab students who travel to Silicon Valley, and student delegates to the Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) conference who have committed to taking action on social entrepreneurship projects.Donate Here

SummerHardwareAcceleratorLocation: Rev: Ithaca Startup Works (downtown Ithaca incubator, 314 East State Street)Time: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
Turn your product idea into a business this summer in Rev’s 11-week accelerator. Come away with a working prototype, new networking connections, and entrepreneurship knowledge to grow a company. In its fourth year, the program offers participants weekly workshops, access to state-of-the-art tools in its Prototyping Lab, and a grand finale “Demo Day.” The program is free and open to participants of all ages and backgrounds. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis and participants receive a prototyping stipend.Apply Here

Entrepreneurs in Residence Office HoursLocation: The Hotel School, Statler HallUpcoming Entrepreneurs: Steve Thomson – November 14th & 15th
Every academic year, the Pillsbury Institute invites successful entrepreneurs to the Ithaca campus through the Entrepreneurs in Residence program. The program enables students to learn through ongoing personal interaction with successful entrepreneurs. The Entrepreneurs in Residence meet one-on-one with students to help them with business development, networking, and career planning. More information here.Open To: All StudentsSign Up Here

Mindfulness and the eShip JourneyLocation: eHub Collegetown, 305A
Date: November 13, 2018, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
Are you struggling to balance academic requirements with the demands of being a new startup founder? Are you a “budding Michelangelo” trying to free the great idea from its current status? Guest Speakers: Mona k. Olsen, Associate Professor and founder of Yogibana – a fusion of the arts, design, hospitality and wellness practices, and entrepreneurship, and Chelsey Kingsley, co-founder Kinglsey Woodworking and graduate of the “Passenger to Pilot” program for women entrepreneurs will speak about designing your work to compliment your life values.Open To: ALL Cornell Entrepreneurial Students Welcome

Creative SprintLocation: eHub Collegetown, Ithaca, NYDate:November 18, 2018, 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Join over 100 students from all across Cornell in using the design thinking process to develop a product from start to finish at the 3rd Annual Creative Sprint. Creative Sprint is a public, 8-hour, team based competition to develop products with market viability and solutions for social impact. The event culminates in each team’s final presentation to a panel of industry professionals, local entrepreneurs and Cornell’s experienced professors to determine the winner. Register for the event individually or as a group of up to 5 people. Food will be provided throughout the event, as will all necessary materials. Just bring your experiences and skills!.Open To: ALLRSVP Here

Fuel Entrepreneurship PursuitsDate: Nov. 1 – Nov. 30th, 2018
Help fund student travel to competitions and conferences. Students need to travel in order to Fuel Entrepreneurship Pursuits from idea to implementation; however, many young entrepreneurs cannot afford to do so without the help of special grants for travel. Among the students who will receive travel reimbursement funds are eLab students who travel to Silicon Valley, and student delegates to the Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) conference who have committed to taking action on social entrepreneurship projects.Donate Here

SummerHardwareAcceleratorLocation: Rev: Ithaca Startup Works (downtown Ithaca incubator, 314 East State Street)Time: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
Turn your product idea into a business this summer in Rev’s 11-week accelerator. Come away with a working prototype, new networking connections, and entrepreneurship knowledge to grow a company. In its fourth year, the program offers participants weekly workshops, access to state-of-the-art tools in its Prototyping Lab, and a grand finale “Demo Day.” The program is free and open to participants of all ages and backgrounds. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis and participants receive a prototyping stipend.Apply Here

Entrepreneurs in Residence Office HoursLocation: The Hotel School, Statler HallUpcoming Entrepreneurs: Meli James & Tora Matsuoka – November 6th
Every academic year, the Pillsbury Institute invites successful entrepreneurs to the Ithaca campus through the Entrepreneurs in Residence program. The program enables students to learn through ongoing personal interaction with successful entrepreneurs. The Entrepreneurs in Residence meet one-on-one with students to help them with business development, networking, and career planning. More information here.Open To: All Students

LaunchPad Training CampLocation: 10 Hudson Yards, SAP Leonardo Center, New York, NYDate: November 7-8, 2018
Blackstone and Techstars are excited to host the 2nd Annual LaunchPad Training Camp, an innovative two-day program aimed to supercharge collegiate entrepreneurs from across the Blackstone LaunchPad powered by Techstars global network. Top ventures have the opportunity to advance their businesses by gaining access to Techstars worldwide network and content. Each LaunchPad campus program will select their top entrepreneurial teams to participate in the LaunchPad Training Camp. These ventures embraced the goals and objectives of the Blackstone LaunchPad powered by Techstars program and have moved beyond prototyping and MVP stage to achieve some level of traction in their venture.More Info Here

Cornell Entrepreneurship Summit NYC 2018Location: The Times Center (New York City, 242 W 41st Street, NY, 10036)Date: November 9, 2018
Each November, Entrepreneurship at Cornell hosts an event in New York City featuring speakers who are inspiring, entrepreneurial role models. They will share insights about their successes and challenges, and motivate and inspire participants to connect with one another for collaborative opportunities. Don’t miss your chance to listen to amazing speakers, network with fellow Cornellians, students and business executives, and watch some of Cornell’s bright students pitch their business ideas.Register Here

NY Product ConferenceLocation: The Times Center (New York City, 242 W 41st Street, NY, 10036)Date: November 10, 2018
Product leadership has come a long way in New York. This conference is designed to take it to the next level. This year’s theme- Product Strategy- includes a breakout session and diversified format with a power house line up of speakers from Samsung, Slack, Netflix, Google, Instagram, Amex, MagicLeap, and more. If it’s anything like the prior two years, the event will sell out: video.Register Here(Use Discount NYPC-CUALUM to get 10% off ticket price).

Creative SprintLocation: eHub Collegetown, Ithaca, NYDate:November 18, 2018, 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Join over 100 students from all across Cornell in using the design thinking process to develop a product from start to finish at the 3rd Annual Creative Sprint. Creative Sprint is a public, 8-hour, team based competition to develop products with market viability and solutions for social impact. The event culminates in each team’s final presentation to a panel of industry professionals, local entrepreneurs and Cornell’s experienced professors to determine the winner. Register for the event individually or as a group of up to 5 people. Food will be provided throughout the event, as will all necessary materials. Just bring your experiences and skills!.Open To: ALLRSVP Here

Fuel Entrepreneurship PursuitsDate: Nov. 1 – Nov. 30th, 2018
Help fund student travel to competitions and conferences. Students need to travel in order to Fuel Entrepreneurship Pursuits from idea to implementation; however, many young entrepreneurs cannot afford to do so without the help of special grants for travel. Among the students who will receive travel reimbursement funds are eLab students who travel to Silicon Valley, and student delegates to the Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) conference who have committed to taking action on social entrepreneurship projects.Donate Here

Cornell Energy ConnectionLocation: Citi Headquarters, Greenwich Street, New York City, NY, USADate: November 2, 2018, 10:00am – 5pm
This year’s event will feature keynote and panel experts discussing the role energy startups, new investment strategies and impact investing will play in shaping the future of the energy industry. We’re pleased to share that the keynote speaker will be Katherine Hamilton from 38 North Solutions and regular commentator for the podcast, Energy Gang. Other distinguished speakers will join us from NYSERDA, Citi, Con Edison, Distributed Sun, Emerson, FirstFuel Software, Greentech Capital Advisors, ThinkEco and Greentown Labs start up Via Separations.Register Here

Collaborating for a Shared PurposeLocation: Africana Studies and Research Center, Cornell UniversityDate: November 2 & 3, 2018 – Attend one or both days!
While most of us are inspired by the idea of collaborating meaningfully with others and contributing together to a purpose larger than ourselves, we also tend to distrust that this is actually possible – whether it’s across lines of authority, cultural or class differences, or even with members of our own teams. This 2-day workshop is about helping us find the inner strength and the tools that can support us in bringing the spirit of collaboration to our work and life, one thought, one conversation, and one meeting at a time.Register Here

Hilton Hospitality HackathonLocation: eHub CollegetownDate: November 2-4, 2018
Clear your calendar – It’s going down! The Hospitality Hackathon with Hilton is back for the second year in a row! Microstrategy, Salesforce, and Amazon are bringing the tech, Hilton is bringing the data. ALL students from any major, degree, and background are invited to participate.
event is limited to 125 participants.36 hours that will change your life! This is one epic event you don’t want to miss!Reach out with questions.Open To: ALLSign Up Here

Entrepreneurs in Residence Office HoursLocation: The Hotel School, Statler HallUpcoming Entrepreneurs: Meli James & Tora Matsuoka – November 6th
Every academic year, the Pillsbury Institute invites successful entrepreneurs to the Ithaca campus through the Entrepreneurs in Residence program. The program enables students to learn through ongoing personal interaction with successful entrepreneurs. The Entrepreneurs in Residence meet one-on-one with students to help them with business development, networking, and career planning. More information here.Open To: All Students

eLab NYC Pitch Night Location: WilmerHale, 7 World Trade Center, 250 Greenwich St.,New York, NY, 10007Date: November 8, 2018, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM ET
eLab alumni, mentors, and friends are invited to join us for the annual eLab Pitch Night in NYC. Our 2019 eLab teams have spent their first semester honing their customer markets and refining their business strategy. Come and get an early peek at their innovative business ideas as they share their pitches and continue on their eLab journeys. Pitches will be followed by networking. Complimentary food and beverages will be served. ALL attendees MUST RVSP to gain entry.Register Here

Cornell Entrepreneurship Summit NYC 2018Location: The Times Center (New York City, 242 W 41st Street, NY, 10036)Date: November 9, 2018
Each November, Entrepreneurship at Cornell hosts an event in New York City featuring speakers who are inspiring, entrepreneurial role models. They will share insights about their successes and challenges, and motivate and inspire participants to connect with one another for collaborative opportunities. Don’t miss your chance to listen to amazing speakers, network with fellow Cornellians, students and business executives, and watch some of Cornell’s bright students pitch their business ideas.Register Here

NY Product ConferenceLocation: The Times Center (New York City, 242 W 41st Street, NY, 10036)Date: November 10, 2018
Product leadership has come a long way in New York. This conference is designed to take it to the next level. This year’s theme- Product Strategy- includes a breakout session and diversified format with a power house line up of speakers from Samsung, Slack, Netflix, Google, Instagram, Amex, MagicLeap, and more. If it’s anything like the prior two years, the event will sell out: video.Register Here(Use Discount NYPC-CUALUM to get 10% off ticket price).

Life Changing Labs Pitch CompetitionLocation: eHub CollegetownDate: October 22, 2018, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Come out to eHub Collegetown to hear pitches from start ups on campus! Also, we are offering free dinner with other entrepreneurially minded students and mentors. Start ups will be pitching for a chance to win $100.Open To: ALL

Rev: Ithaca Startup Works’ “Hardware Accelerator” Info Session: Turn your product idea into a business this summerLocation: eHub KennedyDate: Oct. 22, 2018, 6:00 pm
Apply for the 11-week program in Ithaca, NY. Come away with a working prototype, mentorship, connections, and knowledge to grow a company. In its fifth year, the program offers workshops, access to state-of-the-art tools in its Prototyping Lab, and a grand finale “Demo Day.” Alumni have gone on to raise funds and launch successful businesses. The program is free and open to participants of all ages and backgrounds. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis and participants receive a prototyping stipend.Apply Here

Entrepreneurs in Residence Office HoursLocation: The Hotel School, Statler HallUpcoming Entrepreneurs: Philip Miller III – October 24
Every academic year, the Pillsbury Institute invites successful entrepreneurs to the Ithaca campus through the Entrepreneurs in Residence program. The program enables students to learn through ongoing personal interaction with successful entrepreneurs. The Entrepreneurs in Residence meet one-on-one with students to help them with business development, networking, and career planning. More information here.Open To: All StudentsSign Up Here

Hospitality Business Plan Competition Info Session & Pizza Social Location: Statler Hall, Park Atrium (Statler 291)Date: October 24, 2018, 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Join us in the Statler Hall Park Atrium to review competition rules and guidelines with Pillsbury Institute Director and Sr. Lecturer, Neil Tarallo. Pizza will be provided. This time is also a great opportunity to find team members if needed. Deadline for team registration is Friday, November 9. More details about this year’s competition can be found here. Questions? Email Michelle Ciaschi at mlc296@cornell.edu.Apply Here

2018 Families in Business Conference: Generations, InnovationsLocation: Breazzano Center and Statler HotelDate: October 24 – 26, 2018 , 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Hosted by the Smith Family Business Initiative at Cornell, the 2018 Families in Business Conference will bring together students, owners from a diverse range of businesses, and the collective wisdom of leading academics and practitioners. We will explore the theme of “Generations and Innovations” with speakers, breakout sessions and exceptional networking throughout the conference.Open To: ALLRegister Here

“We the Change: Women Together” Workshop with Uvinie Lubecki ’06 and Anna Kawar ’06Location: Eileen Fisher Learning Lab, 50 South Buckhout Street, Suite 102, Irvington, NYDate: October 26, 2018, 9:30am – 4:30pm ET
Envision a new future filled with possibilities for personal and social empowerment — a future rooted in bravery, self-compassion and listening to our bodies.Led by five inspiring women who are helping to shape what the emerging future looks like — personally and professionally — this day of dynamic talks and hands-on experiences will give us practical tools to connect with our individual power. Two ways to join: In person or virtually — we’ll host live-stream breakout groups where you can connect with others in real time.Open To: ALLRegister Here

Cornell Energy ConnectionLocation: Citi Headquarters, Greenwich Street, New York City, NY, USADate: November 2, 2018, 10:00am – 5pm
This year’s event will feature keynote and panel experts discussing the role energy startups, new investment strategies and impact investing will play in shaping the future of the energy industry. We’re pleased to share that the keynote speaker will be Katherine Hamilton from 38 North Solutions and regular commentator for the podcast, Energy Gang. Other distinguished speakers will join us from NYSERDA, Citi, Con Edison, Distributed Sun, Emerson, FirstFuel Software, Greentech Capital Advisors, ThinkEco and Greentown Labs start up Via Separations.Register Here

Collaborating for a Shared PurposeLocation: Africana Studies and Research Center, Cornell UniversityDate: November 2 & 3, 2018 – Attend one or both days!
While most of us are inspired by the idea of collaborating meaningfully with others and contributing together to a purpose larger than ourselves, we also tend to distrust that this is actually possible – whether it’s across lines of authority, cultural or class differences, or even with members of our own teams. This 2-day workshop is about helping us find the inner strength and the tools that can support us in bringing the spirit of collaboration to our work and life, one thought, one conversation, and one meeting at a time.Register Here

Hilton Hospitality Hackathon – Sign up now!Location: eHub CollegetownDate: November 2-4, 2018
Clear your calendar – It’s going down! The Hospitality Hackathon with Hilton is back for the second year in a row! Microstrategy, Salesforce, and Amazon are bringing the tech, Hilton is bringing the data. ALL students from any major, degree, and background are invited to participate.
event is limited to 125 participants.36 hours that will change your life! This is one epic event you don’t want to miss!Reach out with questions.Open To: ALLSign Up Here

Cornell Entrepreneurship Summit NYC 2018Location: The Times Center (New York City, 242 W 41st Street, NY, 10036)Date: November 9, 2018
Each November, Entrepreneurship at Cornell hosts an event in New York City featuring speakers who are inspiring, entrepreneurial role models. They will share insights about their successes and challenges, and motivate and inspire participants to connect with one another for collaborative opportunities. Don’t miss your chance to listen to amazing speakers, network with fellow Cornellians, students and business executives, and watch some of Cornell’s bright students pitch their business ideas.Register Here

NY Product ConferenceLocation: The Times Center (New York City, 242 W 41st Street, NY, 10036)Date: November 10, 2018
Product leadership has come a long way in New York. This conference is designed to take it to the next level. This year’s theme- Product Strategy- includes a breakout session and diversified format with a power house line up of speakers from Samsung, Slack, Netflix, Google, Instagram, Amex, MagicLeap, and more. If it’s anything like the prior two years, the event will sell out: video.Register Here(Use Discount NYPC-CUALUM to get 10% off ticket price).

Deadline tomorrow: W.E. Cornell- Generating STEM Women EntrepreneursDeadline:October 16th, 2018.
W.E. Cornell is Cornell University’s newest program to help graduate STEM women commercialize their innovations and overcome the challenges of leading a technology-based business. W.E. Cornell is looking to form a first cohort of between five and ten participants. Programming will start in November..Register Here

Entrepreneurs in Residence Office HoursLocation: The Hotel School, Statler HallUpcoming Entrepreneurs: Ellen Yui October 16th, 2018
Every academic year, the Pillsbury Institute invites successful entrepreneurs to the Ithaca campus through the Entrepreneurs in Residence program. The program enables students to learn through ongoing personal interaction with successful entrepreneurs. The Entrepreneurs in Residence meet one-on-one with students to help them with business development, networking, and career planning. More information here.Open To: All StudentsSign Up Here

Center for Technology Licensing (CTL): OfficeHoursatWeillHallLocation: Weill Hall 404A (within the McGovern Center on 4th floor), Cornell’s Ithaca campusDate: October 16, 2018, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
A CTL licensing staff member will be on hand to assist inventors with their questions about the patentability of their technology.No appointment needed! Walk in.Open To: ALL

Johnson Club of Princeton Thought Leader Event : Using Systems and Stories to Innovate Digital ExperiencesLocation: Princeton Arts Council 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542Date: October 18, 2018, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
The Johnson Club of Princeton and L. Joseph Thomas, Interim Dean, Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, invite you to join them for the next installment of the Johnson Thought Leader Series in Princeton. Dean Thomas will open the evening’s program with an update about the college, followed by a fireside chat led by Clarence Lee, assistant professor of digital marketing strategy at Cornell Tech, and featuring Andy Sung ’91, former chief digital officer, PureRed.Open To: ALLRegister Here

Institute of Biotechnology’s Open House and 35th AnniversaryLocation: Biotechnology building (atrium and various rooms)Date: October 18, 2018, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Featuring tours of our biotech core facilities, the McGovern Center life science startup incubator, info on applying for our funding, lightning talks, and more. Come mingle with us and learn! Keynote speaker: John Quackenbush.Open To: ALLRegister Here

Fireside Chat with Tech Founder Delane Parnell and VC Marlon NicholsLocation: eHub CollegetownDate: October 18, 2018, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Join for a conversation with Delane Parnell, recently highlighted at this year’s TechCrunch Disrupt San Francisco. Hear how the entrepreneur successfully raised $15M in Series A for his company, Play VS, at the intersection of tech and gaming at over 19k high schools across the US. Learn about his journey as an entrepreneur and the rapidly evolving world of gaming. Moderated by Cornell Alum, Marlon Nichols, Founder and Managing Partner at LA-based VC firm, Cross Culture VC.Open To: ALLRegister Here

Hospitality Business Plan Competition Info Session & Pizza Social Location: Statler Hall, Park Atrium (Statler 291)Date: October 24, 2018, 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Join us in the Statler Hall Park Atrium to review competition rules and guidelines with Pillsbury Institute Director and Sr. Lecturer, Neil Tarallo. Pizza will be provided. This time is also a great opportunity to find team members if needed. Deadline for team registration is Friday, November 9. More details about this year’s competition can be found here. Questions? Email Michelle Ciaschi at mlc296@cornell.edu.Apply Here

2018 Families in Business Conference: Generations, InnovationsLocation: Breazzano Center and Statler HotelDate: October 24 – 26, 2018 , 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Hosted by the Smith Family Business Initiative at Cornell, the 2018 Families in Business Conference will bring together students, owners from a diverse range of businesses, and the collective wisdom of leading academics and practitioners. We will explore the theme of “Generations and Innovations” with speakers, breakout sessions and exceptional networking throughout the conference.Open To: ALLRegister Here

“We the Change: Women Together” Workshop with Uvinie Lubecki ’06 and Anna Kawar ’06Location: Eileen Fisher Learning Lab, 50 South Buckhout Street, Suite 102, Irvington, NY 10533Date: October 26, 2018, 9:30am – 4:30pm ET
Envision a new future filled with possibilities for personal and social empowerment — a future rooted in bravery, self-compassion and listening to our bodies.Led by five inspiring women who are helping to shape what the emerging future looks like — personally and professionally — this day of dynamic talks and hands-on experiences will give us practical tools to connect with our individual power. Two ways to join: In person or virtually — we’ll host live-stream breakout groups where you can connect with others in real time.Open To: ALLRegister Here

Cornell Energy ConnectionLocation: Citi Headquarters, Greenwich Street, New York City, NY, USADate: November 2, 2018, 10:00am – 5pm
This year’s event will feature keynote and panel experts discussing the role energy startups, new investment strategies and impact investing will play in shaping the future of the energy industry. We’re pleased to share that the keynote speaker will be Katherine Hamilton from 38 North Solutions and regular commentator for the podcast, Energy Gang. Other distinguished speakers will join us from NYSERDA, Citi, Con Edison, Distributed Sun, Emerson, FirstFuel Software, Greentech Capital Advisors, ThinkEco and Greentown Labs start up Via Separations.Register Here

Collaborating for a Shared PurposeLocation: Africana Studies and Research Center, Cornell UniversityDate: November 2 & 3, 2018 – Attend one or both days!
While most of us are inspired by the idea of collaborating meaningfully with others and contributing together to a purpose larger than ourselves, we also tend to distrust that this is actually possible – whether it’s across lines of authority, cultural or class differences, or even with members of our own teams. This 2-day workshop is about helping us find the inner strength and the tools that can support us in bringing the spirit of collaboration to our work and life, one thought, one conversation, and one meeting at a time.Register Here

Hilton Hospitality Hackathon – Sign up now!Location: eHub CollegetownDate: November 2-4, 2018
Clear your calendar – It’s going down! The Hospitality Hackathon with Hilton is back for the second year in a row! Microstrategy, Salesforce, and Amazon are bringing the tech, Hilton is bringing the data. ALL students from any major, degree, and background are invited to participate.
event is limited to 125 participants.36 hours that will change your life! This is one epic event you don’t want to miss!Reach out with questions.Open To: ALLSign Up Here

Cornell Entrepreneurship Summit NYC 2018Location: The Times Center (New York City, 242 W 41st Street, NY, 10036)Date: November 9, 2018
Each November, Entrepreneurship at Cornell hosts an event in New York City featuring speakers who are inspiring, entrepreneurial role models. They will share insights about their successes and challenges, and motivate and inspire participants to connect with one another for collaborative opportunities. Don’t miss your chance to listen to amazing speakers, network with fellow Cornellians, students and business executives, and watch some of Cornell’s bright students pitch their business ideas.Register Here

NY Product ConferenceLocation: The Times Center (New York City, 242 W 41st Street, NY, 10036)Date: November 10, 2018
Product leadership has come a long way in New York. This conference is designed to take it to the next level. This year’s theme- Product Strategy- includes a breakout session and diversified format with a power house line up of speakers from Samsung, Slack, Netflix, Google, Instagram, Amex, MagicLeap, and more. If it’s anything like the prior two years, the event will sell out: video.Register Here(Use Discount NYPC-CUALUM to get 10% off ticket price).

Leaders in Family Enterprise: Katherine BoasLocation: Sage Hall room B11, Cornell UniversityDate: October 10th, 2018, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Family businesses are the predominant form of business organizations in the world contributing an estimated 70-90% of the global GDP. In the United States, family enterprises contribute over 64% of GDP and generate 62% of employment. The greatest part of American wealth lies with family controlled firms. These firms are distinguished from other enterprises by the significant influence of the controlling family on the creation, continuity, mode and extent of growth, and exit of a business. This course aims to prepare students to work effectively and professionally, in and with family firms, to launch and create cross-generational value and wealth in family firms.Open To: ALL

Ndaba Mandela: Building Entrepreneurial Ecosystems Through Legacy, Humanity and EmpowermentLocation: Kennedy Hall, Room 116 (Call Auditorium), Ithaca, New York.Date: October 12, 2018, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Entrepreneurship at Cornell, in collaboration with the Institute of African Development, is excited to bring Ndaba Mandela to campus on October 12th! Ndaba is the grandson of Nelson Mandela, and is celebrating the 100th anniversary of Nelson’s birth and also his new book “Going to the Mountain”. Ndaba will speak on the Building of Entrepreneurial Ecosystems Through Legacy, Humanity and Empowerment. Reception to follow.Open To: ALL

Applications Open: W.E. Cornell- Generating STEM Women EntrepreneursDeadline:October 16th, 2018.
W.E. Cornell is Cornell University’s newest program to help graduate STEM women commercialize their innovations and overcome the challenges of leading a technology-based business. W.E. Cornell is looking to form a first cohort of between five and ten participants. Programming will start in November..Register Here

Entrepreneurs in Residence Office HoursLocation: The Hotel School, Statler Hall
Every academic year, the Pillsbury Institute invites successful entrepreneurs to the Ithaca campus through the Entrepreneurs in Residence program. The program enables students to learn through ongoing personal interaction with successful entrepreneurs. The Entrepreneurs in Residence meet one-on-one with students to help them with business development, networking, and career planning. More information here.Open To: All StudentsSign Up Here

2018 Families in Business Conference: Generations, InnovationsLocation: Breazzano Center and Statler HotelDate: October 24 – 26, 2018 , 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Hosted by the Smith Family Business Initiative at Cornell, the 2018 Families in Business Conference will bring together students, owners from a diverse range of businesses, and the collective wisdom of leading academics and practitioners. We will explore the theme of “Generations and Innovations” with speakers, breakout sessions and exceptional networking throughout the conference.Open To: ALLRegister Here

“We the Change: Women Together” Workshop with Uvinie Lubecki ’06 and Anna Kawar ’06Location: Eileen Fisher Learning Lab, 50 South Buckhout Street, Suite 102, Irvington, NY 10533Date: October 26, 2018, 9:30am – 4:30pm ET
Envision a new future filled with possibilities for personal and social empowerment — a future rooted in bravery, self-compassion and listening to our bodies.Led by five inspiring women who are helping to shape what the emerging future looks like — personally and professionally — this day of dynamic talks and hands-on experiences will give us practical tools to connect with our individual power. Two ways to join: In person or virtually — we’ll host live-stream breakout groups where you can connect with others in real time.Open To: ALLRegister Here

Collaborating for a Shared PurposeLocation: Africana Studies and Research Center, Cornell UniversityDate: November 2 & 3, 2018 – Attend one or both days!
While most of us are inspired by the idea of collaborating meaningfully with others and contributing together to a purpose larger than ourselves, we also tend to distrust that this is actually possible – whether it’s across lines of authority, cultural or class differences, or even with members of our own teams. This 2-day workshop is about helping us find the inner strength and the tools that can support us in bringing the spirit of collaboration to our work and life, one thought, one conversation, and one meeting at a time.Register Here

Cornell Energy ConnectionLocation: Citi Headquarters, Greenwich Street, New York City, NY, USADate: November 2, 2018, 10:00am – 5pm
This year’s event will feature keynote and panel experts discussing the role energy startups, new investment strategies and impact investing will play in shaping the future of the energy industry. We’re pleased to share that the keynote speaker will be Katherine Hamilton from 38 North Solutions and regular commentator for the podcast, Energy Gang. Other distinguished speakers will join us from NYSERDA, Citi, Con Edison, Distributed Sun, Emerson, FirstFuel Software, Greentech Capital Advisors, ThinkEco and Greentown Labs start up Via Separations.Register Here

Cornell Entrepreneurship Summit NYC 2018Location: The Times Center (New York City, 242 W 41st Street, NY, 10036)Date: November 9, 2018
Each November, Entrepreneurship at Cornell hosts an event in New York City featuring speakers who are inspiring, entrepreneurial role models. They will share insights about their successes and challenges, and motivate and inspire participants to connect with one another for collaborative opportunities. Don’t miss your chance to listen to amazing speakers, network with fellow Cornellians, students and business executives, and watch some of Cornell’s bright students pitch their business ideas.Register Here

NY Product ConferenceLocation: The Times Center (New York City, 242 W 41st Street, NY, 10036)Date: November 10, 2018
Product leadership has come a long way in New York. This conference is designed to take it to the next level. This year’s theme- Product Strategy- includes a breakout session and diversified format with a power house line up of speakers from Samsung, Slack, Netflix, Google, Instagram, Amex, MagicLeap, and more. If it’s anything like the prior two years, the event will sell out: video.Register Here(Use Discount NYPC-CUALUM to get 10% off ticket price).